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Wedding fish and chip van in Upperton, West Sussex
Looking for a fish and chip van for your wedding in Upperton? The van comes to your venue, home or workplace and fry everything fresh on the spot.
- Vow renewal parties
- Weddings with a seaside feel
- Rustic farm weddings
Wedding fish and chip van for Upperton events
About our wedding fish and chip van in Upperton
A fish and chip van is one of the most popular choices for evening wedding food. Hours after the wedding breakfast, guests are ready to eat again, and hot fish and chips hits the spot. We’re frequently asked to cater day-after gatherings and vow renewal parties, serving cod and chips, curry sauce and sausage and chips.
Near Upperton, weddings are often in fields, barns or gardens. That’s where a chip van shines: no kitchen needed, just a firm spot near the party. Let us know about access and ground. We keep the menu short: fewer choices means fresher food and shorter queues.
- Area
- Upperton (GU28)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- From the fryer
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
What a fish and chip van costs
Each booking is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- How long we serve
- Cod, haddock or both
- The day of the week
- How far we travel
Compared with a sit-down meal, a fish and chip van is frequently good value, as there’s no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. Ask us for a quote.
What we need to know
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- Your date and serving time
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Expected numbers
- Allergies and diets you know about
Every quote is worked out for your event. Start with your date, and we will confirm whether we’re available that day.
Upperton weddings: local tips
Upperton is about 12 miles north-east of Chichester, in West Sussex. In and around Upperton, the van can serve from a drive, a yard, a car park or a firm field, close to your guests. We take the van to all 371 towns and villages across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Upperton to Guildford (18 miles away).
Graffham Common nearby makes a lovely backdrop for photos. If you’re marrying at a church near Upperton, such as The Parish Church of All Hallows, and holding the reception nearby, the van can serve evening food there. With the South Downs National Park within about 5 miles, there are country venues, barns and gardens nearby. Check vehicle access with the venue.
Wherever your wedding is in GU28, we can bring the van to you. We also bring the van to weddings in Tillington (1 mile south-east), Hampers Green (1 mile east), River (1 mile west), Petworth (1 mile south-east) and Rotherbridge (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Horsham (14 miles east), Bognor Regis (14 miles south), Chichester (12 miles south-west), Littlehampton (14 miles south), Rustington (14 miles south-east) and Storrington (10 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Midhurst Community Hospital (4.3 miles west) and Coultershaw Heritage Site (2.2 miles south). The countryside around Upperton includes Graffham Common and Blackdown.
Places near Upperton
What else we do in Upperton
Space, access and the venue
Before the day, we’ll agree where the van parks. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Access wide and high enough for the van
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before booking.
What we serve
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
- Evening fish and chips
Who books wedding fish and chip van in Upperton?
It usually costs far less per head than the main meal, which helps the budget go further.
Here are some of the occasions we serve in Upperton and West Sussex:
- Engagement parties
- Relaxed, informal receptions
- Vow renewal parties
- Garden and marquee receptions
Nearby historic houses include Petworth House (1.2 miles south-east) and Cowdray House (4.2 miles west). If your reception is at a historic house or estate, ask early about its rules on caterers and vehicles.
Comparing caterers
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- The deposit and payment dates
- Any minimum charge
- VAT, if it applies
FAQs for Upperton
Is Upperton close to London?
About 42 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Do you come out to small places like Upperton?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Do you cover Upperton?
We do. We serve events in Upperton and across West Sussex. Send us your date to check availability.
Will the van be in our photos?
Many couples love having it in the photos. If not, ask your venue to park it out of the main photo spots.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
No, not as standard: batter is usually made with wheat flour. Tell us about any coeliac guests and we’ll explain the options before you book.
How far ahead should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so contact us early.
What happens if it rains?
We cook inside the van, so rain doesn’t stop us. It’s worth planning some cover for the queue.
Do you have allergen information?
Tell us about allergies when you book, and we’ll tell you what’s in each item and what we can offer.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Upperton?
Compared with a cold evening buffet, fish and chips is hot and fresh, and nothing has been out for hours. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest how to make it work. A short menu is often the best value.
What you get with us
- Hot food handed straight over
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
Take a look at how we price or our guide to van hire costs.
How the day works
From set-up to the last portion, we look after the food, so you can get on with your wedding. Golden-hour photos in Upperton at midsummer come around 9:20pm, which helps us time evening food around your photos. Sunset is around 8:50pm in late May and 7:05pm in late September.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
How to prepare
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Make sure the van can get in
Getting a price
To get a price, send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your wedding in Upperton, and we will come back with availability and a quote.
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Planning for dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Have bins ready for paper and trays
- Include the band, photographer and venue staff
- Add an allergy question to your RSVP card
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
We arrive during the reception and set up quietly, so the fryers are hot when you are ready.
Napkins or wet wipes by the van are a kindness to anyone in their wedding best.
What comes out of the fryer
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the side most people expect.
Curry sauce
Curry sauce divides opinion, so we bring it along.
Planners, venues and businesses
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
If you’re booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we’ll explain how it works. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
- Fried fresh to order in the van at your event
- Cod, haddock and chips, sausages and pies
- The van comes to you: homes, venues, workplaces and fields
- Served at the time you choose, from the hatch